Preston Davey's Killer Sobs in Cell Amid Inmate Threats
Jamie Varley, who murdered 13-month-old Preston Davey, spent his first night at HMP Wakefield sobbing as inmates banged bars and issued death threats, insiders reveal.
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West Midlands Postcode Divided by One Road
A 1.5-mile stretch of A-road in Walsall divides affluent and deprived areas within the same WS1 postcode, ONS data reveals.
Birmingham Council Scraps Traveller Site Pilot as Encampments Surge
Birmingham Council has scrapped its 'negotiated stopping' pilot for travellers, citing a lack of suitable sites, as unauthorised encampments rose 43% to 132 incidents last year.
£18m+ for West Midlands Homelessness Initiatives
Over £18 million in government funding will be allocated to projects aimed at ending homelessness across the West Midlands, with a focus on prevention and support services.
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Joan Hardy Found Stabbed to Death in Derbyshire Murder Probe
Joan Hardy, 72, was found dead with stab wounds at a property in Linton, Swadlincote. A 52-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of murder as police appeal for CCTV and dash cam footage.
Wife Who Claimed Husband Fell Onto Knife Guilty of Murder
Daryl Berman, 72, has been found guilty of murdering her husband David, 84, at their Prestwich home. She initially claimed he fell onto a paring knife, but a pathologist deemed the wound homicidal.
Student Crushed by Car on Icy Driveway
Eleisha Skinner, 21, died after her Audi A1 slipped on an ungritted icy driveway, pinning her to a wall. Coroner issues prevention of future deaths report.
Birmingham Council Axes Encampment Plans Despite Rise
Birmingham City Council has scrapped plans to tackle unauthorised encampments despite a 50% increase in incidents, leaving Travellers and residents without clear policies.
Sandwell shop could lose licence over lottery ticket lie
A Sandwell convenience store faces losing its licence after the owner lied to police about a missing lottery ticket worth thousands. The incident has sparked a review by Sandwell Council.
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Sandwell shop licence threat over lottery ticket lie
A Sandwell convenience store could lose its licence after the owner lied to police about a missing £30,000-winning lottery ticket. The shop's licence review follows an investigation into the incident.
Toddler found dead with 21 broken bones, mum and boyfriend on trial
Isabelle Welsh died from a massive head injury; post-mortem found 21 broken bones and sexual assault evidence. Mum Alexandra Walker and boyfriend Harrison Simpson deny murder.
Starmer gives UC claimants extra £608 before quitting
Keir Starmer will scrap the two-child benefit cap, giving Universal Credit claimants with more than two children an extra £608 a month before he leaves office.
Black Country residents debate school closures amid heatwave
Residents in the Black Country debate school closures amid extreme heat, with some criticising teachers for seeking tans while others support pupil safety.
West Bromwich Stabbing Victim Also Had Phone Stolen
A man in his 20s was stabbed on Marsh Lane, West Bromwich, and had his phone stolen. Police say injuries are not life-threatening.
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Liam Payne Died Without a Will: £24M to Son Bear
Liam Payne died intestate, leaving his £24 million fortune to his eight-year-old son Bear, with Cheryl Tweedy and lawyer Richard Bray as administrators.
Landlords Face £7,000 Fines for Damp and Mould Hazards
Landlords who fail to fix dangerous housing conditions like damp and mould can now be fined up to £7,000 as new enforcement powers come into force from Monday, June 22. Councils can issue fines directly under the Renters’ Rights Act.
DWP Loophole Denies Full State Pension to Thousands
A loophole in DWP rules means thousands cannot claim full state pension at 66 due to timing of National Insurance contributions, forcing some to wait or buy credits.
Woman Found Dead in Kidderminster Canal Lock
A woman's body was discovered in a canal lock near Wolverley Road, Kidderminster, on June 22. Despite paramedics' and air ambulance efforts, she could not be saved. Police say the death is not suspicious.
Tipton Man Jailed for Life for Girlfriend's Truck Murder
A Tipton man has been sentenced to life in prison for murdering his 19-year-old girlfriend by deliberately running her over with a truck in Oldbury.
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Midlands Subsidence Risk Map for 40C Heatwave
A new subsidence risk map shows Midlands areas with moderate risk as UK braces for 40C heatwave. Subsidence claims hit record £307 million in 2025, with average payout £17,000.
Evesham Man Jailed 22 Years for Attempted Murder
Clive Harris, 58, was sentenced to 22 years for attempting to murder a woman in Evesham, stabbing her in the hands, neck, and chest after entering her home unannounced.
Parents jailed after son, 12, dies from untreated diabetes
Tamara and Damion Thomas were sentenced for gross negligence manslaughter and child cruelty after their son Joshua died from undiagnosed Type 1 diabetes. The judge said their 'we know best' attitude had tragic consequences.
Teen Fights for Life After Zante Quad Bike Crash
A 19-year-old is in intensive care after a quad bike crash in Zante, just months after his father died in a similar accident in Wolverhampton.
Landlords Face £7k Fines for 21 Hazards in New Crackdown
Councils in England can now fine landlords up to £7,000 for 21 serious hazards like damp, mould, and faulty electrics under the Renters' Rights Act, aiming to improve housing standards.
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DVLA Rule: Drivers Over 70 Risk Driving Ban
Drivers over 70 must renew their licence every three years or face being unable to drive legally, warns Age UK. The DVLA sends a D46P form 90 days before their 70th birthday.
£18m for Homelessness in West Midlands
Over £18 million is set to be invested in Birmingham and Coventry to tackle homelessness, providing new supported housing and emergency accommodation.
Brian Lines dies in jail of heart failure after child abuse
Brian Lines, 86, from Leek, who was jailed for 30 years for horrific child sex offences in Staffordshire between 1970 and 2009, died of natural causes due to heart failure at HMP Stafford in September 2025.
Garden office dispute erupts between Midland neighbours
Justin and Julia Leech say they have lost 17.7sqm of their garden due to a boundary error at their newbuild home in Orleton, Herefordshire — and their neighbours have since built an office pod on the disputed land.
Luxury Car Wash Boss Sentenced for Abusing Ex-Girlfriend
Shezad Zaman, 37, owner of DAC Car Wash in Sparkbrook, received a suspended jail sentence for assaulting, strangling, and stalking his former girlfriend, who suffered a broken nose and perforated eardrum.
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Man convicted of murdering teen Lily Whitehouse
Lily Whitehouse, 19, was killed by Mohammed Azim, 41, who met her when she was 16. He pinned her against a lamppost with his truck and lied to police.
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